It’s probably no surprise that the private client market in the UK is generally characterised as a buyer’s market. To some extent this is correct, as businesses have encountered headwinds over the past few years. The most significant of these has been the economic uncertainty the UK has faced, particularly in relation to the European crisis. Clients have frequently lacked confidence in further investment, and this has led to fewer new opportunities.

Guernsey has had an established financial and legal presence for over 40 years and whilst the recession did stunt growth somewhat, it is beginning to resurrect. The legal profession has been the least affected. Guernsey is now considered as one of the most modern in terms of its legislation and regulation, which has made it an attractive proposal for new businesses.

There’s lots of advice available on how to find a new job – but all of it was written before the daily meltdowns we’ve recently experienced. Back in 2007, people believed in the banks, Lehman Brothers was viable, RBS wasn’t owned by the government and people didn’t question bonuses being paid to high-flying executives. But now it’s a new world. If you want to differentiate yourself from other executives looking for their next leadership position, you have to ask yourself “What should I be doing differently in this new world to find my next career opportunity?”